Using virtual resistance training to help patients with advanced upper gastrointestinal cancer during chemotherapy
Tele-resistance training during chemotherapy for advanced upper gastrointestinal cancer
This study is looking at whether a virtual exercise program can help people with advanced upper gastrointestinal cancers feel stronger and better during chemotherapy, by making it easier for them to work out at home compared to regular exercise sessions.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tampa, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10791823 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of a virtual resistance training program for patients undergoing chemotherapy for advanced upper gastrointestinal cancers. The program aims to improve fitness, muscle health, and quality of life by providing a home-based exercise option that is more accessible than traditional supervised training. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the virtual training or usual care, allowing researchers to compare outcomes such as muscle strength, endurance, and fatigue levels. The goal is to determine if this innovative approach can enhance the overall treatment experience for cancer patients.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with advanced upper gastrointestinal cancers who are currently receiving chemotherapy.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing chemotherapy or those with early-stage cancers may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide patients with a convenient way to maintain or improve their physical fitness and quality of life during chemotherapy.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that home-based exercise programs can be beneficial for cancer patients, suggesting that this approach may also be effective.
Where this research is happening
Tampa, United States
- H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst — Tampa, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Parker, Nathan H — H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Ctr & Res Inst
- Study coordinator: Parker, Nathan H
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.